15 Captivating International Crime Thrillers

(The squeamish might want to skip these.) Also, who knew Reykjavik has a seedy underbelly? These, by Zoe Ferraris, feature an unusual investigative pair: a forensic scientist and a Bedouin guide. ILLUSTRATIONS by KAGAN MCLEOD for EW Matinova, a Bratislava cop, is unforgettableroguish, razor-sharp, and kind. ILLUSTRATIONS by KAGAN MCLEOD for EW ILLUSTRATIONS by KAGAN MCLEOD for EW ILLUSTRATIONS by KAGAN MCLEOD for EW ILLUSTRATIONS by KAGAN MCLEOD for EW...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 130 words · Ryan Buck DDS

15 Celebrity Audition Tapes

Jennifer Connelly Jennifer Connelly picked up one of her first major roles after successfully auditioning forLabyrinth. the Extra-Terrestrialalmost immediately after his impressive audition. Star Wars via YouTube TBS criterioncollection via YouTube The Jim Henson Company via YouTube

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 37 words · Glenn Lindsey

15 Essential Chicago Movies

Baby, don’t you want to go? Sweet Home Chicago Three decades ago, Brian De PalmasThe Untouchableshit theaters. He pulls a knife, you pull a gun, Malone tells Ness. Everett Collection; Amazon Studios He sends one of yours in the hospital, you send one of his to the morgue. Thats the Chicago way. And their big showstopping number? Everett Collection Paul Muni stars as Tony Camonte, a gangster in 1920s Chicago, clearly modeled after Capone....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 157 words · Charles Baldwin

15 essential Kurt Cobain rarities

(you’ve got the option to read about it here.) But in 2015, even the most obscure Cobain recordings exist on YouTube. Oh, the Guilt From 1992, a noisy and infectious bridge betweenNevermindandIn Utero. Credit: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic Pen Cap Chew A thudding monster built around a Sabbath-esque riff that makes Nirvana sound more like Soundgarden. I Hate Myself and Want to Die Cobain wanted to use this title for the album that becameIn Utero....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 114 words · Diane Werner

15 Great Movie Gal Pals

The ladies in the big-screen adaptation of Terry McMillan’s novel would do anything for each other. LouiseYou go, gals!Dissatisfied with their lives, the best friends set out on a road trip. But when Louise shoots Thelma’s attempted rapist, their journey turns into a run from the law. Everett Collection As the doe-eyed romantic Charlotte herself suggested, ‘‘Maybe we can be each other’s soul mates.’’ Regardless, the four girls hold on to their pacts of always staying in touch (through snail mail!...

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 332 words · Maria Roberson

15 Kids Onscreen with Mom or Pop

That was obviously the debut of one of the biggest stars of our time. Only time will tell if her own children will continue the trend with their upcoming appearance in mom’sMaleficent. It turned out, he did. Everett Collection Up next, she’ll break away from Will and reportedly star in a remake ofAnnie. Children of superstars it’s a hard-knock life. The kids made their debut in the comedyKnocked Up, with Paul Rudd playing their father....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 119 words · Brandon Larson

15 Models-Turned-Actresses

She’s since appeared inThe Spoils Before DyingandWe Are Your Friendsand booked multiple upcoming projects. The Boston native popped up in magazine spreads before ever hitting the big screen. 1, andKill Bill: Vol. Ian Gavan/Getty Images; Warner Bros. Pictures She made her film debut in 1994, playing Tina Carlyle inThe Mask. Upton is working on multiple upcoming movies. Her most recent role was a turn in The CW’sThe Beautiful Life: TBL....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 157 words · Rachel Nielsen

15 of the Biggest Box Office Hits to Come Out of Sundance

Every Sundance has a can’t-miss sensation, but few break out once they reach theaters. ‘Boyhood’ Sundance Debut:2014 Domestic Total Gross:$25.4 million 14. Memento Sundance Debut:2001 Domestic Total Gross:$25.5 million 13. Matt Lankes House Party Sundance Debut:1990 Domestic Total Gross:$26.4 million 12. Garden State Sundance Debut:2004 Domestic Total Gross:$26.8 million 11. Brooklyn Sundance Debut:2015 Domestic Total Gross:$28.1 million 10. Danny Rothenberg A Walk in the Woods Domestic Total Gross:$29.5 million 9. (500) Days of Summer...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 182 words · Stephen Henson

15 of the Biggest Hollywood Dynasties

It’s all in the family. The Barrymores From left: Lionel Barrymore, Ethel Barrymores, John Barrymore, and Drew Barrymore. The Hustons From left: John Huston, Anjelica Huston, Danny Huston, and Jack Huston. PhotoQuest/Getty Images; Angela Weiss/Getty Images The Danner/Paltrows From left: Bruce Paltrow, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Blythe Danner. The Redgraves From left: Vanessa Redgrave, Lynn Redgrave, Natasha Richardson, and Joely Richardson. The Fishers/Reynolds Debbie Reynolds, Carrie Fisher, Joely Fisher, and Billie Lourd....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 216 words · Katie Booth

15 Oscar Winners' Unforgettable Reactions

With that comment, America loved that goofball with moxie all the more. Invitation accepted, amore. This moment is for Dorothy Dandridge, Lena Horne, Diahann Carroll. Timothy A. Clary/Getty Images It’s for the women that stand beside me, Jada Pinkett, Angela Bassett, Vivica Fox. The clock kept ticking, she kept talking because ‘‘I might not be up here again.’’ Then she let rip that famous guffaw of hers and declared, ‘‘I love it up here!...

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 232 words · Kaitlyn Mcdonald

15 podcasts that will give you a break from reality

From rags-to-riches tales to nostalgic conversations, these 15 podcasts will give you the escape you need. I WAS THERE TOOEver wonder what its like to play a stormtrooper in Star Wars? How about a concert promoter in Almost Famous?

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 39 words · Manuel Clarke

15 podcasts you need to hear in 2016

With the popularity of podcasts on the rise each year, the desire for more content continues to grow. And with recent news ofSerialshifting to a biweekly schedule, the demand is as fierce as ever. Want to hear a spooky story or get some life advice? Weve got your fix. To fill this weeks hole left by Serial, check out some top picks from EW staffers. Killer POV reflects both genre developments recent guests includeKrampusdirector Michael Dougherty and the trios own entertainingly idiosyncratic interests....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 114 words · Adam Duran MD

15 Stars Who Threatened to Leave the Country Over Politics

Were all just fing jam between his rich ass toes. Honestly f this s I am moving if this is my president! I dont say things I dont mean! Jason Merritt/Getty Images; Kevin Winter/Getty Images; Phil Velasquez/Chicago Tribune/TNS via Getty Images Current Status:TBD on Trump’s win, Cyrus is still out of this world. What would Stewart have said on air about the candidate? Current Status:TBD on Trump’s win, Stewart is still widely missed on air....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 461 words · Joseph Kent